City of Mount Washington
Minutes of the Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting
January 8, 2007
City Hall Annex Building, 186 Branham Way
Mayor Calhoun called the meeting to order at 6:30pm with the following Council members present: Lloyd Dooley, Greg Gentry, Gary Lawson, Emily Rucker and Brent Wheeler. Barry Armstrong arrived at 6:45pm.
Also present were City Clerk Christi Franklin, City Treasurer Peggy Brinkman, Utility Superintendent Ronnie Fick, Police Chief Rodney Hockenbury and City Attorney Jim Winchell.
Mayor Calhoun welcomed all to the first meeting with the new Mayor and City Council.
Brent Wheeler led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Calhoun asked those present to take a moment to reflect according to their own beliefs.
Minutes
Christi Franklin read the minutes of the December 11, 2006 Council meeting. Lloyd Dooley is the only current Council member that was a Council member in December. Lloyd Dooley stated his approval of the minutes and all other Council members abstained. The minutes were approved by a majority vote with the abstentions going with the majority.
Treasurer’s Report
Peggy Brinkman gave the Treasurer’s Report for November 2006. Mayor Calhoun asked Ms. Brinkman to discuss current and prior year property tax revenue and the budgeted amounts. Brent Wheeler made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s report for November 2006. Greg Gentry seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Police Report
Chief Hockenbury presented the police report for December 2006.
Drug Task Force
Mayor Calhoun introduced the Bullitt County Drug Task Force Director, Kenny Hardin. Mr. Hardin introduced the Bullitt County Judge Executive Melanie Roberts. Ms. Roberts said she is glad Mt. Washington is coming on board. Mr. Hardin discussed the drug task force and answered questions.
DES Coordinator
Mayor Calhoun introduced Melvin Davis as the Mt. Washington DES Coordinator.
Ordinances
BMP Development, LLC (2006Z-48)
The Council held another first reading of an ordinance to accept to reject the recommendation of the Bullitt County Joint Planning Commission to re-zone 58.739 acres, more or less, known as the BMP Development, LLC property (Docket No. 2006Z-48) accessed through an easement, also known as Goodlett-Kilner Court, located at the intersection of Woodland Pass and Winding Woods Trail in the Wildwood subdivision from Agricultural to R-1. Mayor Calhoun asked Jim Winchell to provide assurance that due to the requested change in size it doesn’t need to go back to the Planning Commission. Jim Winchell stated the size can be reduced without going to the Planning Commission, but another first reading is necessary because it is considered a material change. He also stated the Council must act within 90 days or the request will automatically revert to the Planning Commission’s decision. The 90 days expires on January 12, 2007. Discussion followed. Brent Wheeler made a motion to set a special meeting for the second reading. Lloyd Dooley seconded the motion. Motion carried. A special meeting was set for January 11, 2007 at 4:00pm.
Keith Brown, attorney for BMP Development, LLC discussed the proposed zoning change to R-1, the change in size and restrictions on the property. He stated that BMP Development will adopt the same restrictions as in the Wildwoods subdivision if the re-zoning request is approved and submitted a copy of those restrictions.
David Abner, 716 Winding Woods Trail, said he spoke at the last public hearing and said some of his concerns have been addressed. He said he is pleased and thanked Faron McCubbins and his attorney. He also stated that the street of Wildwoods Trail is listed incorrectly and should be Winding Woods Trail.
Doris Owen, 296 Foxfire Drive, discussed traffic concerns on Armstrong Lane and feels that the new County Judge and new Mayor and Council can work together to find solutions to this issue.
Text Amendment 2006T-01
Brent Wheeler introduced and the Council held first reading of an ordinance adopting text amendment 2006T-01 relating to side yard setbacks in R-3 Residential zoning as proposed by Grand Oak Estates, LLC. Barry Armstrong discussed the proposed change. Discussion followed. Brent Wheeler made a motion to wrap up the first reading and hold second reading at the next meeting. Barry Armstrong seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Hillside Properties, LLC (2006Z-53)
Brent Wheeler introduced and the Council held first reading of an ordinance to accept or reject the recommendation of the Bullitt County Joint Planning Commission to re-zone 44.4 acres, more or less, known as the Hillside Properties, LLC property (Docket No. 2006Z-53) at the end of Joseph Drive and Benjamin Place from R-2 to R-3.
John Wooldridge, representing the applicant stated the property was re-zoned a few years ago and the first section of the subdivision is in. The request is for R-3 zoning with R-2 lot side yard requirements. The applicant has agreed to no condos, patio homes or apartments. He said this is similar to Autumn Glen’s request last month. Mr. Wooldridge said the number of homes, size of homes and restrictions will not change.
Mayor Calhoun addressed an email received from David Coleman regarding the construction entrance.
David Coleman, 131 Joseph Dr., said the construction entrance was adopted two years ago and he has been unable to get that enforced. He asked the Council to table the ordinance or refuse to approve the zoning change because they did not comply with the original zoning including the construction entrance. Mr. Coleman said there has been a difference in interpretation of a construction entrance but feels the type of vehicle is a moot point. He said the McAlister’s have fenced off the construction entrance.
John Wooldridge stated that no zoning restriction for a construction entrance was adopted. He discussed the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting. Mr. Wooldridge said a construction entrance was used during the infrastructure phase, but was closed after that phase was completed.
Discussion followed regarding the definition of “construction entrance” and the development. Gary Lawson made a motion to table this ordinance until next month. Motion failed for the lack of a second.
Guests to Address Council
Josh Spalding asked the Council to consider changing the ending time to sell alcoholic beverages from 12:00am to 2:00am. Barry Armstrong said he spoke with the State Alcoholic Beverage Office, and they allow sales 24 hours a day 7 days a week, but the City Council can change the hours outside of the 12:00am to 6:00am time frame for one day or any combined days in a week. Mr. Spalding said this change would assist with his revenue. Mayor Calhoun said Mr. Spalding would need to find a Council member to sponsor an ordinance with this change and Jim Winchell will then prepare the ordinance.
Mayor’s Report
Mayor Calhoun told the audience that she invites comments and said their opinions would be valued by this administration. She promises to listen but to not always agree, but she hopes than when a disagreement occurs it can be in an agreeable fashion. She recognized the former members of the City Council and Mayor in the audience.
Report from Council
Barry Armstrong said he is happy to be here and his phone number is listed in the phone book. He invited anyone to call if they have questions or need additional information.
Greg Gentry said he is happy to be here and to serve for the City.
Gary Lawson said he can be reached at his business.
Brent Wheeler said he is glad to be on the Council again and his phone listing is under Brenner and Kim.
Emily Rucker said she is glad to be here and can be reached at Sunsational Tan.
Adjourn
Lloyd Dooley made a motion to adjourn at 8:02pm. Gary Lawson seconded the motion. Motion carried.